ISLAMABAD- US Defense Security Cooperation Agency has notified Congress of Foreign Military Sale to Pakistan for a C-130 Fleet Upgrade Programme.

It will facilitate the continued operation of the Pakistan's Air Force C-130 fleet for counter-terrorism flights, regional humanitarian operations, troop transport; and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions within Pakistan and in the region.

It said the proposed sale of equipment and logistical as well as training support will help improve the security of Pakistan.

This upgrade will spare another 10-15 years for these C-130s, but the PAF needs a replacement. There aren't many options available, besides additional C-130s and Shaanxi Y-8 or Y-9 aircraft, but I wonder if the KC-390 is under consideration?